Free Endocrinology Notes, MCQs & Infographics
Physician-authored notes, cases, and infographics across endocrinology.
The mechanism of action of somatostatin analog therapy and its clinical application in managing acromegaly will be reviewed. Physiology The role of somatostatin in growth hormone regulation: Growth…
Steroid Conversion Calculator (Show Both Steroids & Doses) Steroid Conversion Calculator Convert From: Select the Steroid You’re Converting From Betamethasone (IV)Cortisone (PO)Dexamethasone (IV or PO)Hydrocortisone (IV or PO)MethylPrednisoLONE…
This simple calculator estimates the dose of Humulin R U500 insulin from the total daily dose of insulin. Check HBA1C at the time of the switch from U100…
Whipple triad is defined as symptomatic hypoglycemia, biochemically confirmed hypoglycemia (plasma glucose <55 mg/dl), and reversal of hypoglycemic symptomatology after correction of hypoglycemia. Introduction The classic Whipple triad…
The terms fractionated metanephrines and catecholamines will be defined. In addition, the diagnostic value of metanephrines and catecholamines in the evaluation of pheochromocytoma and paragangliomas (PPGLs) will be…
This is a free online calculator to estimate the risk of thyroid cancer (and the need for fine needle biopsy of thyroid nodules). It is based on the…
For adrenal adenomas with concerning computed tomographic features, adrenal washout characteristics can be used to characterize these lesions further. By administering intravenous contrast, the contrast uptake phase can…
Introduction Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become weak and brittle, making them more susceptible to fractures. While osteoporosis can affect people of any age, it…
The GKI or GIK regimen is a simple and effective combined insulin delivery method that has gained wide acceptance in the perioperative management of diabetic patients who would…
ACTH pg/mL ↔ pmol/L Convertor Corticotropin (ACTH) Convertor pg/mL ↔ pmol/L Enter values in pg/mL or in pmol/L, then click Calculate. You may convert multiple values at once…
